September is possibly one of the busiest months of the year for people, especially those with families. With juggling school, work, and after school activities, finding time to make balanced, healthy …

Monday, Sept. 11
At 9:21 a.m., an 18-wheeler carrying construction materials became stuck when turning into a driveway. It was eventually freed by a tow truck.
At 1:02 p.m., a Highland Avenue resident reported receiving an IRS scam call.
At 8:21 p.m., an Indian Road resident reported receiving an IRS scam call.
Tuesday, Sept. 12
A motorist on West Main Road struck a deer at 6:28 a.m. and was able to drive his car from the scene. He was not injured, but the car sustained heavy front-end damage.
At 2:12 p.m., officers responded to Wilbur & McMahon School following a report of a snake on school property. Officers observed snake skins, but no snakes.

Monday, Sept. 11
At 11:55 a.m., a Little Compton resident driving in the area of South Lake Road called to report he may have seen a bear at the Little Compton line.
At 6:36 p.m., a John Duggan Road caller complained about "goats making a lot of noise" at a nearby house.

TIVERTON — By a vote of 6-1 the Town Council at its meeting Monday night voted to hire five new police officers. Councilor Christine Ryan cast the lone vote against.
The five have just completed their 12-week field training and before that, on May 26, the Rhode Island Municipal Police Academy's 26-week program.

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